Willow Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyHenderson
Nearest CityBowman Bluff
River/StreamBig Willow Creek
Coordinates35.29580, -82.56380

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Length365 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage120 acre-ft
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage108 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerWillow Lake Homeowners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/07/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00228
Federal IDNC00228
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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